While ensconced in front of the TV, we all watch talent shows like The X Factor, and it’s easy to think that stepping up on stage in front of the country wouldn’t be too daunting. Nerves would definitely be present, but really, what the hey? Today, we take a look at a candidate who proved that stage anxiety is genuine and instantly won over the public.
Customer service advisor Christopher Maloney, 34, of Liverpool, had never before taken part in an event comparable to The X Factor. Gathering the nerve to go took him five years in and of itself. He was a nervous wreck as he took the stage, but the audience warmed to his genuine personality and smile as he spoke, and the crowd returned the favor. See him perform in the video down below:
